Bourbon, horse racing, and bluegrass are not the only things that symbolize Louisville. They are, however, the most enduring.
Any horse lover worth their salt knows that Louisville is the best place to immerse oneself in all things horses. It's where one can find Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby Museum after all! Always check to make sure that you will be visiting at a time when the museum is actually open. There are several tours to choose from and it all depends on what you want to see and how long you want to spend at the museum.
If you're a bourbon lover, Louisville is the perfect place for a trip! The Buffalo Trace Distillery, where the aromas will envelope you in all things delectable and delicious is only about an hour drive from Louisville. The distillery has several tours you can choose from so that you know that your experience is exactly or as close to what you want. If you are huge fan of Buffalo Trace then you'll love that all the tours include a tasting. If you're a fan of Jim Beam, visit their American Stillhouse. This is only 30 minutes from Louisville with guided tours. Much like most distilleries, the Jim Beam stillhouse also offers bourbon tastings.
While there are many places to eat, choose an establishment with good food that you can only experience during your trip to Louisville. Wagner's Pharmacy has been synonymous with Churchill Downs for decades. This establishment, open since 1922, is very homey and unpretentious. They serve breakfast and lunch. Proof on Main may be what you're looking for if you want something a bit more modern and still very much the style of Louisville gastronomy. It's found in the 21C Museum Hotel with a bar that has over 75 Kentucky Bourbons to choose from. The artwork that you see in the restaurant are actually rotating exhibits! The food is made with ingredients provided by local suppliers. Even more interesting is that Woodland Farms, a supplier of bison, is also owned by the founder of the 21C Museum.
Speaking of the 21C Museum, it's also a pretty neat place to visit during your trip. All the art work displayed is strictly from the 21st century, hence the name 21C. I would recommend checking out their website before your visit to see what special events or exhibits they may be offering during your stay.
In the end, Louisville is more than just for the horseraces and bourbons. It's for memories, laughter, and great food. It's about the time spent together in a place that's wonderful.
Any horse lover worth their salt knows that Louisville is the best place to immerse oneself in all things horses. It's where one can find Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby Museum after all! Always check to make sure that you will be visiting at a time when the museum is actually open. There are several tours to choose from and it all depends on what you want to see and how long you want to spend at the museum.
If you're a bourbon lover, Louisville is the perfect place for a trip! The Buffalo Trace Distillery, where the aromas will envelope you in all things delectable and delicious is only about an hour drive from Louisville. The distillery has several tours you can choose from so that you know that your experience is exactly or as close to what you want. If you are huge fan of Buffalo Trace then you'll love that all the tours include a tasting. If you're a fan of Jim Beam, visit their American Stillhouse. This is only 30 minutes from Louisville with guided tours. Much like most distilleries, the Jim Beam stillhouse also offers bourbon tastings.
While there are many places to eat, choose an establishment with good food that you can only experience during your trip to Louisville. Wagner's Pharmacy has been synonymous with Churchill Downs for decades. This establishment, open since 1922, is very homey and unpretentious. They serve breakfast and lunch. Proof on Main may be what you're looking for if you want something a bit more modern and still very much the style of Louisville gastronomy. It's found in the 21C Museum Hotel with a bar that has over 75 Kentucky Bourbons to choose from. The artwork that you see in the restaurant are actually rotating exhibits! The food is made with ingredients provided by local suppliers. Even more interesting is that Woodland Farms, a supplier of bison, is also owned by the founder of the 21C Museum.
Speaking of the 21C Museum, it's also a pretty neat place to visit during your trip. All the art work displayed is strictly from the 21st century, hence the name 21C. I would recommend checking out their website before your visit to see what special events or exhibits they may be offering during your stay.
In the end, Louisville is more than just for the horseraces and bourbons. It's for memories, laughter, and great food. It's about the time spent together in a place that's wonderful.
Sabrina Toth is a certified travel associate and owner of Toth International. Check out her website at http://www.tothinternational.com or email her at Sabrina@tothinternational.com to see how she can help you with your travel needs.
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